Aston Villa fans convinced Ollie Watkins is destined for World Cup spot after Bologna interview
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Watkins suggested that he was “raring to go” for the final stages of the season, while adding that he could “play another 90 minutes right now,”Watkins’ performance was decisive for Villa in their latest European victory, and their fans are convinced that he is on his way to booking his spot on the plane for the World Cup. ⚽ Aston Villa Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every Aston Villa fixture. VISIT THE VILLA MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Aston Villa fans all in agreement over Ollie Watkins hungerWatkins outlined in his interview that he was “hungry” for success in the final weeks of the campaign, with Villa on the cusp of securing a return to Champions League football for next term.
StatsWatkins 2025-26Watkins 2024-25Apps (Starts)30 (27)38 (31)Goals916xG10.315.5Shots on Target per 901.052.9Big Chances Missed1527Conversion Rate14.5%19.1%Watkins’ Premier League stats compared to 2024-25, as per Fotmob.Watkins’ brace against Bologna took him to 12 goals in all competitions this season, and while he has faced criticism at times, Villa fans are now all in agreement that he is ready to hit his best form again heading into the summer. Hope he goes on one of his mad runs now. https://t.co/Y2K69yKt5U— JB (@JB_2024) April 9, 2026 View Tweet Another fan took that one step further and replied with a screenshot showing Watkins’ form, while suggesting that he may have already booked his place in Tuchel’s final group.One supporter suggested that Tuchel had done Villa “a massive favour” by snubbing Watkins in March, while another simply commented “he is back” under the interview. @Nigel_Gruff_: “Has been immense since being left out of the England squad.
It won’t do his England hopes any harm either.”@This_Dosanjh: “Watkins is back…ready for England spot!”Watkins fighting for his future amid Everton interestFormer Villa scout Mick Brown recently told Football Insider that Villa are looking to cash in on Watkins this summer, as they are set to require key sales once again. It is clear that he has fire in his belly heading into the final weeks of the season, and he must now translate that into further success on the pitch. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath.